The cheapest and fastest buses from Milan to Modena
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
2 h 20 m
Average duration
2 h 35 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
164 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Milan to Modena is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milan to Modena will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 3 buses that leave Milan for Modena on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct buses cover the 164 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 20 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest buses will take 2 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Milan to Modena
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milan to Modena among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 35m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €3, and a train costs an average of €13.
Distance: 164 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€8 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price |
3h 9m Average total duration 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Milan to Modena bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milan to Modena buses for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:30 PM Milano, Autostazione Lampugnano | 2h50 | 5:20 PM Modena, Terminal via Gottardi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milan to Modena
Buses from Milan to Modena run on average 44 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €3 if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 164 km distance in 2h 19m.
Distance 164 km |
Average bus duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price €3 |
Buses per day 44 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 2h 19m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia, Marino Autolinee, GoOpti from Milan to ModenaYou can travel by bus between Milan to Modena with Itabus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Busitalia, Marino Autolinee, GoOpti for as low as €3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Milan to Modena
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milan to Modena by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Modena, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Busitalia
- People with disabilities or reduced mobility have the right to free transport of their folding wheelchair or mobility aids in the luggage compartment, and assistance dogs and companions travel free of charge if continuous assistance is required.
- Itabus
- Assistance
- Dedicated seating areas
- Accessible restrooms.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Busitalia
- Vouchers are issued for cancellations made before departure, which can be used for future purchases within one year.
- Itabus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Busitalia
- One piece of hand luggage (50x30x25 cm, max 10 kg) and one piece of hold luggage (80x50x30 cm, max 20 kg) are included free of charge.
- Itabus
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Busitalia
- An additional hold luggage item (80x50x30 cm, max 20 kg) or special baggage (total volume not exceeding 240 cm, max 30 kg) can be purchased.
- Itabus
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
- Busitalia
- Small pets (cats or small dogs) are allowed free of charge if held and not disturbing other customers
- medium and large dogs require a ticket and must have a muzzle and leash.
- Itabus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets must be leashed and muzzled.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milan to Modena
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Lampugnano (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km)
- Pizza Express (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Metro: M1 Bus: 68, 78, 80
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Italiana (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station)
- Trattoria Milano (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 121, 132 Metro: M3
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